Title:  Environmental Program Manager

Overview

The Watershed Management Division seeks to recruit a new Stormwater Program Manager to our team. The program is a nationally leading science based regulatory program, comprised of 14 water resource professionals working together on the comprehensive statewide management of stormwater through implementing both state and federal regulations.  

 

The Program Manager is responsible for management, administrative, planning and policy work involving the implementation of stormwater treatment and control practices through regulation and permitting. The position works in collaboration with division leadership and is directly responsible for leading and coordinating the overall work of the program.  

 

The job involves both proactive and reactive resolution of issues - ranging from broad policy decisions and strategic planning to specific permit implementation considerations. The work is performed under the general supervision of the Division Director, with considerable latitude for independent action.  

 

The ideal candidate will have supervisory and management experience, knowledge of the principles and practices of stormwater management, familiarity with the state and federal statutes, regulations, and policies related to stormwater management in Vermont, and a proven ability to solve problems and make decisions.

Who May Apply

This position, Environmental Program Manager (Job Requisition #54019), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Kevin.Burke@vermont.gov.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed primarily in a standard office setting, but with frequent travel to project sites, day or evening meetings, for which private means of transportation may occasionally be necessary, and field inspection and investigations in such locations as along river corridors and development sites. Public speaking and attendance at meetings and hearings is necessary. An incumbent must be able to represent the agency at stressful public meetings where strongly divergent opinions may be expressed.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree or higher in hydrogeology, chemistry, soil science, engineering, environmental studies, law, or public administration AND two (2) years or more at a professional level in an environmental management or regulatory program in a supervisory or administrative capacity.

 

OR

 

Bachelor's degree in engineering, a physical or biological science or other field closely related to environmental conservation AND four (4) years or more at a professional level in an environmental management or regulatory program INCLUDING two (2) years or more in a supervisory or administrative capacity.

 

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.